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| − | An '''acknowledgment''' is a formal [[declaration]] before an authorized official by the person who executed an [[instrument]] that it is his free act and deed; the [[certificate]] of the official on such instrument attesting that it was so acknowledged. [[Category:Legal Terms]] | + | An '''acknowledgment''' is a formal [[declaration]] before an authorized official by the person who executed an [[instrument]] that it is his free act and deed; the [[certificate]] of the official on such instrument attesting that it was so acknowledged. |
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| | + | In normal speech or writing, '''acknowledgement''' (in British English - "acknowledgement") can mean: |
| | + | *(1) the acceptance or recognition of the truth, or perceived truth, of something. |
| | + | *(2) an expression of appreciation. |
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